First Shift Frame Technician — Heavy-Duty Truck Frames

Armada Staffing Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Full-time 1st shift

Job summary

Armada Staffing Group is seeking a Full-time 1st Shift Frame Technician in Fort Wayne, IN to inspect and repair heavy-duty truck and trailer frames. You will measure, align, and restore frames using the Chief 10 Tower Frame Machine, performing welding, cutting, fabrication, and related structural repairs in a fast-paced shop.

This hands-on role requires experience with heavy-duty vehicle geometry, ability to handle large steel frames, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy-duty truck or trailer frame repair.
• Strong understanding of heavy-duty vehicle geometry and frame alignment.
• Ability to safely work with and manipulate large, heavy steel frames.
• Experience measuring and diagnosing frame damage, including twists, sags, and side-sways.
• Experience operating a frame machine is preferred; Chief 10 Tower Frame Machine experience is a plus.
• Welding, cutting, and fabrication experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately assess structural damage.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
• Willingness to perform general shop housekeeping and other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely work with and manipulate large, heavy steel frames and structural components.
• Apply knowledge of heavy-duty vehicle geometry to accurately diagnose frame damage.
• Measure, inspect, and diagnose damaged frames and determine the appropriate repair process.
• Correct frame damage including twists, sags, side-sways, and other alignment issues.
• Operate the Chief 10 Tower Frame Machine to straighten and align heavy-duty truck and trailer frames.
• Inspect structural components to determine the extent of damage and necessary repairs.
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and structural repairs as needed.
• Restore frames and related components to proper specifications.
• Assist with shop maintenance, odd jobs, and other duties when frame repairs are not available.

Skills

Heavy-duty frame repair

Frame machine operation

Welding & fabrication

Measurement & inspection

Vehicle geometry knowledge

Tools

Chief 10 Tower Frame Machine

Hand and power tools

Job description

Armada Staffing Group is seeking a Full-time 1st Shift Frame Technician in Fort Wayne, IN to inspect and repair heavy-duty truck and trailer frames. You will measure, align, and restore frames using the Chief 10 Tower Frame Machine, performing welding, cutting, fabrication, and related structural repairs in a fast-paced shop.

This hands-on role requires experience with heavy-duty vehicle geometry, ability to handle large steel frames, and attention to detail.